Author : J. D. McPhail
Release : 2007-09-28
Genre : Nature
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 671/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Freshwater Fishes of British Columbia by : J. D. McPhail
Download or read book The Freshwater Fishes of British Columbia written by J. D. McPhail. This book was released on 2007-09-28. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The threat of deteriorating habitats and a loss of biodiversity make this reference work on the freshwater fishes of British Columbia more necessary than ever before. Eighty-one comprehensive species accounts aid accurate identification and consist of an illustration, the scientific and common names of the fish, its distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, geographic distribution, a life-history summary, a habitat-use summary, and conservation comments. The book is a critical resource for biologists, naturalists, management and conservation officers, anglers, and members of the public who are concerned about our natural heritage. Foreword by Joseph S. Nelson.